Thrushes (Turdidae) Galleries

Wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe) : These birds migrate between Africa - Europe and Iceland . In Britain they breed in Wales, Ireland and NW England to the Scottish Highlands. They prefer relatively high ground and open fields with rocky outcrops.
Migrants are seen late Feb/March and again Sept/Oct in Langstone Harbour. They spend a lot of time feeding on the sea shore and the coastal paths. They are not very timid, as you approach they will fly off a short distance and land again. In flight they show off their white rump which the wings cover when at rest.
It's always a pleasure to meet these handsome birds. When seen, you know the seasons are changing.

Wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe)

These birds migrate between Africa - Europe and Iceland . In Britain t ...

Updated: Jul 10, 2009 3:43pm PST

Robin (Erithacus rubecula) :

Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

Updated: Feb 22, 2010 1:43pm PST

Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos) :

Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos)

Updated: Feb 11, 2010 4:28am PST

Blackbird (Turdus merula) : Commonly breeds in woodland , parks and gardens. Northern populations migrate to Western Europe. Nests in bushes, on garden trellis behind logs etc. Feeds on earthworms, insects and berries.

Blackbird (Turdus merula)

Commonly breeds in woodland , parks and gardens. Northern populations ...

Updated: Jul 03, 2009 12:36pm PST

Mistle Thrush (Turdus viscivorus) :

Mistle Thrush (Turdus viscivorus)

Updated: Jul 07, 2009 3:25pm PST

Stonechat (Saxicola torquata) :

Stonechat (Saxicola torquata)

Updated: Jul 10, 2009 4:15am PST

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